Emergency Dentistry

Dental emergencies can happen any time of the day or night, and when they do, you can rely on the exceptional dental providers at University Place Smiles in University Place, Washington. The practice offers same-day emergency dentistry treatments for oral health emergencies to meet your family’s needs right away. Call the office, book an appointment online at University Place Smiles, or simply walk in today.

What are dental emergencies?

Emergency dentistry consists of dental evaluations and treatments for common oral health issues that require immediate attention from a dentist. The University Place Smiles specialists are here for you and your family members for same-day care when time is of the essence.

Who needs treatment for dental emergencies?

Examples of common dental emergencies include:

• Severe tooth decay
• Loose or knocked-out permanent teeth
• Lost, broken, or missing tooth restorations
• Tooth infections
• Toothaches
• Cracked, chipped, or broken teeth
• Soft tissue damage
• Pus within your gumline
• Bleeding from the mouth
• Extreme tooth sensitivity
• Gum or facial swelling

If you don’t know if you need same-day emergency dental care, call the University Place Smiles office to speak with a compassionate team member who can happily assist you.

What happens during dental emergencies?

Take immediate action when encountering dental emergencies. Ice painful or swollen areas of your mouth, teeth, and gums. If you or a family member experience bleeding, place pressure on the affected area to minimize the bleeding.

If you have a broken or knocked-out tooth, save it, place it in saliva or milk, and bring it with you to University Place Smiles. Save a damaged tooth restoration, such as a bridge, crown, or dental implant, and bring it with you to your same-day dental visit. 

What should I expect during treatment for dental emergencies?

During dental emergencies at University Place Smiles, the welcoming dental specialists offer pain relief if you need it. They examine your teeth and gums, take dental X-rays when necessary, and review your oral health and medical histories.

Your provider then customizes an emergency dentistry treatment that restores your teeth, gums, and smile.

Your dentist may include tooth-colored fillings, dental bonding, bridges, crowns, a root canal, or tooth extraction in your emergency dental treatment plan. You might need dental implants or dental veneers to restore the look and function of your smile. University Place Smiles also offers gum disease treatments, antibiotics for infections, and much more.

To get the treatment you need during dental emergencies, schedule an appointment today at University Place Smiles by phone, online, or simply walk-in when you need care.